Youth Development Associate - South Knox Community Center (Vestal)

Boys & Girls Clubs of Greater St. Louis, Inc.; Vestal (TN); On-site; USD 18,000 - 32,000; Part time

Job summary

The Vestal location of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley is seeking a Part-Time Youth Development Associate to plan hands-on activities, lead weekly lessons, and help empower youth. You’ll support safety, teamwork, and community engagement while creating meaningful moments for kids.

Ideal candidates bring 1–2 years of youth experience, strong communication, and the energy to stay active for 6+ hours. CPR may be offered after hire.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• 1–2 years of experience with youth preferred.
• Must pass local, state, and national background checks and initial drug screening.
• CPR Certification offered by the club post-hire.

Responsibilities

• Post weekly plans for parents/guardians and youth.
• Encourage full participation in activities.
• Identify alternative activities that correspond with weekly lesson plans to promote full participation.
• Supervise and monitor program areas to ensure safety of members.
• Participate in staff meetings and collaborate with Club team.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Club per state and company standards.
• Provide meals to youth per USDA standards.
• Provide mild disciplinary action to youth.
• Supervise youth on school buses.
• Attend Club programs, activities, field trips, and other special events.
• Create bulletin boards for youth.
• Orient volunteers to the Club, youth, and service opportunities.
• Oversee volunteers serving within the Club.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Written & verbal communication

Conflict resolution

Collaboration

Youth engagement

Confidentiality

Ability to lift 40 pounds

Active 6+ hours

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Make a real difference while having fun and staying creative at the Vestal location of the Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley! We’re looking for passionate, high-energy individuals aged 18+ who are excited to positively impact the lives of children. As a Part-Time Youth Development Associate, you’ll help shape meaningful experiences, leading hands-on activities that spark imagination, learning, and connection beyond the traditional classroom.This is more than just a job. It’s a chance to bring your ideas to life in an environment that celebrates curiosity and community. At Vestal, you’ll join a supportive team that values creativity, teamwork, and the power of play. Whether you’re planning a game, guiding a project, or encouraging a breakthrough moment, you’ll be building lasting memories for kids and for yourself.If you're ready to lead with heart, inspire with purpose, and be part of something bigger, we’d love to have you on our team in Vestal. Let’s create powerful moments of growth, laughter, and discovery together. Here are a list of job duties for the role:Post weekly plans for parents/guardians and youth.Encourage full participation in activities.Identify alternative activities that correspond with weekly lesson plans to promote full participation.Supervise and monitor program areas to ensure safety of members.Participate in staff meetings and collaborate with Club team.ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES:Maintain cleanliness and organization of the Club per state and company standards.Provide meals to youth per United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) standards.Provide mild disciplinary action to youth.Supervise youth on school busses.Attend Club programs, activities, field trips, and other special events.Create bulletin boards for youth.Orient volunteers to the Club, youth, and service opportunities. Oversee volunteers serving within the Club.SKILLS & ABILITIES:Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite (Outlook)Excellent written and verbal communication skills.Excellent conflict resolution skills.Ability to manage sensitive and confidential situations.Ability to effectively collaborate, staff, directors, youth, and the community.Ability to meet the needs of youth of all ages and backgrounds and to modify lesson plans to meet individual needs.Efficiently use standard office equipment such as printers, fax machines, and phonesAbility to lift and move up to 40 pounds.Ability to remain active and energetic for 6+ hours.REQUIREMENTS:18+ years of ageHigh school diploma or GED required1-2 years of experience with youth preferredMust pass local, state, and national criminal background checksMust pass initial drug screening and subsequent drug testsCPR Certification (certification offered by Boys & Girls Clubs of the Tennessee Valley post-hire)Passion for children!